Unity College Australia
Diploma of Community Services
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET) The CHC52021 – Diploma of Community Services course is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills which enable to them to manage, co-ordinate and/or deliver person-centred services to individuals, groups and communities and perform roles associated with community services and case management.Delivery mode
Unity College Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- Level 1 Belconnen Churches Centre, 54 Benjamin Way, Belconnen
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Students applying to study the Diploma of Community Sevices would be expected to have undertaken prior study in Community Services or a related field of study, or have experience in the Community Services area or a related industry. Applicants also need to have the required skills to undertake study at this level e.g. completion of Year 12 or equivalent and a general command of spoken and written English to be able to meet industry standards for communication.
General requirements for entry are:
- A completed student application form.
- Completion of prior study in Community Services or a related course (eg Certificate III and/or Certificate IV level) or experience in Australia in the Community Services or a related industry area.
- Provide evidence of Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills:
- International Students: IELTS minimum level 6.0 in all skills (or equivalent)
- Australian Students: advised LLN evidence may include a Year 12 Senior Secondary Certificate of Education, or competence in LLN at the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) Exit Level 3, or equivalent
- Students should have basic computing skills including the ability to use a word processing package and be able to access the internet.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Work Placement: 200 hoursCareer opportunities
The Diploma of Community Services will prepare you for the following roles.
Housing Officer
Housing officers work with other welfare support workers to ensure those in need have a roof overhead when they lay down to sleep at night. Housing...
Family Support Worker
Family Support Workers work closely with parents and their families — providing guidance and emotional support, as well as identifying children and...
Support Worker
A support worker provides assistance to those having difficulty living their everyday lives. This aid can come in a variety of forms, including hel...
Community Corrections Officer
It's important that those who have been convicted of crimes know what services and resources are available to help them with life going forward. Th...
Community Development Worker
A community development worker focuses on how to best enhance the public offerings of the neighbourhood or other community in which they work. Thes...
Senior Support Worker
A senior support worker takes a leadership role in providing assistance for those in need, including those living with disability and aged citizens...
Welfare Worker
Welfare Workers help marginalised, isolated and disadvantaged people access social welfare services and community support. Your daily job involves...
Youth Justice Officer
Youth Justice Officers supervise young people in custody, supporting their personal development and referring them to essential services, education...
Outreach Worker
Outreach Workers raise awareness and educate the general public about issues in the community, such as mental health, then build relationships with...
Intake Worker
An Intake Worker conducts initial assessments of clients at welfare services such as mental health clinics or drug and alcohol rehabilitation facil...
Aboriginal Community Care Worker
An Aboriginal Community Care Worker supports Indigenous people to improve their health and well-being. You might be involved with a particular prog...
Case Manager
A Case Manager, also known in some circles as a case worker, plays a huge role in helping clients and patients get the support they need. In genera...
Community Care Worker
Community Care Workers work at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care and group homes. They provide children and adu...
About Unity College Australia
Unity College Australia is a registered vocational tertiary college that seeks to impact lives through training people in a Christian environment for work, interest or ministry.
Unity College Australia is committed to delivering quality vocational education and training programs from a Christian perspective aimed at equipping people to effectively contribute to contemporary society.
